Physical Therapist Assistant

Having a fulfilling and successful life has nothing to do with what you have done for yourself. It’s what you have done for the people around you. Helping anyone in need makes Kris feel good about himself, makes him feel accomplished. Helping someone accomplish their goal is Kris’s goal. Kris grew up and in unfortunate home. He never had much, but was willing to give his last to someone that had less then him. Since he was a little kid in elementary helping people has always made him feel good. From holding a door open for someone; to saying “Hi” and giving them a compliment. In school Kris was always reminded of college and making sure you are looking at different careers. Kris knew he wanted a career that involved interacting with people and helping them reach a goal of theirs. So Kris looked into being a Physical Therapist Assistant.
A physical therapist assistant provides patients with various therapies and exercises modalities developed by the physical therapist. Physical therapist assistants
Physical therapist assistants are currently a nationwide shortage of qualified individuals. There are many opportunities in the hospitals, rehabilitation centers, nursing homes, and other health care facilities. Physical therapist may also work in a sports medicine clinics, which are springing up throughout the country, or in individual physical therapy centers. Jobs for a physical therapist assistant may be found in almost any geographical location. In the physical therapist assistant career there are many opportunities for advancements. Kris learned he could turn his assistant career to a full fledge physical therapist over time. (PTA) takes orders from the head physical therapist, physiatrist, or other rehabilitation specialist. Kris liked that you could advance in this career. He did not want to go into a career where he would be stuck at the same position with no way of